My View
Remembering Jim Lewis
My View – September 2022
On August 8, 2022, the community was devastated by the news that Jacksonville City Councilor Jim Lewis had unexpectedly passed away. For many of us, Jim was a mentor, a rock, […]
Rising Costs of Fire Safety – by Andrea Thompson, Jacksonville City Councilor
Jacksonville Review – August 2022
If you ask residents what they enjoy most about living in our city, the answers are pleasantly varied. Some cite the small-town atmosphere or the presence of the Woodlands Trails system. […]
Various Thoughts – by Whitman Parker
My View – June 2022
This month, I wanted to circle back around and touch base on a few perennial topics that are always on my mind. During the first week of June, town will see […]
Spring Fun
My View – May 2022
There’s such positive energy in the air right now as Jacksonville gears up for our seasonal influx of visitors and high season kicks into full gear. I love it […]
It’s Time… – by Whitman Parker
My View – April 2022
There are so many locals who rejoice in telling me that spring is their favorite time of year…it’s really no wonder since the practically perfect weather makes getting out and about […]
Change, Change and More Change! – by Whitman Parker
My View – March 2022
I’m deviating from my normal column to bring you the latest news from the Jacksonville business community. At this writing, more than a dozen local businesses are shifting focus, owners and […]
Just When (I) Thought it Was Safe to Go Back in the Water… – by Whitman Parker
My View – February 2022
I started off 2022 unlike any other year with a phone call from an Urgent Care physician to inform me, “You’ve tested positive for COVID!” As you know, I don’t publish […]
Thanks for Having Our Back – by Whitman Parker
My View – December 2021/January 2022
For nearly 15 years, I’ve used this column to highlight members of our community for their unending volunteer service. This month, I’d like to get a little closer to home, […]
A Season to Be Thankful – by Whitman Parker
My View – November 2021
All of a sudden, November is here and we find ourselves at the beginning of the holiday season—a good time to take stock of how grateful we are for our community […]
Check Out the Centerfold! – by Whitman Parker
My View – October 2021
Okay, not THAT kind of centerfold…it’s one that might save your life in case of a major natural disaster such as wildland fire, forest fire or earthquake. The full-sized, […]